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Heart Attack from the Flu? How Common Infections Can Trigger Heart Attacks and Strokes

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We are constantly reminded of the many well-known heart disease risk-factors such as obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. However, did you know that common infections like the flu, urinary tract infections (UTIs), sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia, oral infections like gingivitis, viral infections like herpes or hepatitis, bacterial infections like staphylococcus, and yeast infections can all …

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It’s Hurricane Season in the Midst of a Pandemic “Be Prepared – Not Scared”

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As parts of Florida anticipate the strengthening of Hurricane Isaias, the storm that has already caused major flooding and damage across the Caribbean, preparing for any potential disaster, especially in a state already in the grips of COVID-19, is paramount at this time . If you have not already done so, now is the time …

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Why Are African Americans Disproportionately Burdened by Alzheimer’s Disease Than Any Other Group?

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The National Institute on Aging defines Alzheimer’s disease as “an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks.” The Alzheimer’s Association shares that 5.8 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s as someone develops the disease every 65 seconds. The Alzheimer’s Association …

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Bloating? Heartburn? Nausea? Stomach Pain? Feeling Full Immediately After Eating? These Could Be Signs of Gastroparesis

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Cleveland Clinic defines gastroparesis as “a disease in which the stomach cannot empty itself of food in a normal fashion.” The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), explains that the word gastroparesis literally means “stomach paralysis” when translated. Dyspepsia is a group of symptoms most commonly associated with this disease that includes bloating, nausea, heartburn, epigastric …

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Remember #STAYSAFESIDE if Someone Suffers an Epileptic Seizure in Your Presence

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The American Association of Neurological Surgeons defines epilepsy as, “a disorder of the brain characterized by repeated seizures. A seizure is usually defined as a sudden alteration of behavior due to a temporary change in the electrical functioning of the brain.” The Epilepsy Foundation promotes the theme, #StaySafeSide. This is a simple way to increase …

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